Little hands grow over time to open doors to creativity, learning, and exploration! Take a look at some of the tips below about fine motor skills to build on your child’s independence in kindergarten. Fine Motor Skills Getting dressed: Kindergartners should be able to get dressed on their own. This includes tying shoes, buttoning pants […]

The State of Illinois requires the following examinations and immunizations for Kindergarten: Physical Exam Dental Exam Vision Exam Immunizations as required by the Illinois Department of Public Health. If you do not complete these exams by August 16th, your child could be dismissed from school until proof of completion is provided. Talk to your child’s […]

Read WITH your child: Of course your child loves to hear you read! They may not know how to read all of the words just yet but this is the perfect opportunity to build their reading confidence. Have them help you turn the pages. Ask them to describe the pictures on each page. See if […]

Many kindergarten teachers notice that incoming kindergarten students struggle with simple manners such as sharing, taking turns, being aware of personal space, and even saying please and thank you. Kids don’t always understand what we mean when we simply tell them to “be nice.” Look at the list below for a list of manners that […]